2017 Fallen Firefighter Memorial
Watch the LIVE STREAM of the Memorial Service below starting at 11:00 a.m. Mountain Time.
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California Firefighters Memorial
September 30, 2017
The California Fire Foundation invites you to join them in remembering the sacrifice of the fallen heroes at the 15th Annual California Firefighters Memorial Ceremony on September 30, 2017 In
Sacramento's Capitol Park.
CAL FIRE Local 2881 has 3 fallen heroes being honored this year:
Darwin Vargas
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Julie Freeman
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Sarah Thomas
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IAFF FALLEN FALLEN FIREFIGHTER MEMORIAL IMPACTED BY IRMA
KOAA, 9/11/2017
Firefighters from across the country and Canada will make their way into Colorado Springs later this week for the International Association of Fire Fighters Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial.
It's happening in Memorial Park on Saturday morning where hundreds will pay tribute to those that have made the ultimate sacrifice but it might be missing a few key players because of Hurricane Irma.
The memorial that's happened in Colorado Springs every year for the past 28 years falls at a difficult time for our country this year at the start of the recovery efforts of not one, but two hurricanes.
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FIREOPS 101 EVENT SHOWS GRIT OF FIREFIGHTERS
NBC24, 9/8/2017
Smashing windows, dragging bodies, and stopping fires.
All in a days work for firefighters, but what makes them do such a dangerous job?
"I don't think the average person realizes the fire department does so much more than put out fires. Dealing with family tragedies, the emotional state that we're in on all kinds of runs," said Brian Phillips with the Toledo Fire Department.
FireOps 101 was an event held Friday by the Toledo Fire Department in conjunction with Sylvania Township, Maumee and City of Perrysburg fire departments to help show the tough aspects of the job to the public.
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SIX BURNING QUESTIONS ABOUT CENTRAL CALIFORNIA'S 2017 FIRE SEASON
FRESNO BEE, 9/10/2017
No, it's not your imagination. California's long, hot summer is on a pace to produce a wildfire season with more fires scorching more acres this year than 2016 - more acres falling victim to flames, in fact, than all but three of the past 10 years.
How many fires? How many acres? Why are there more? In a prolific fire season following a wet winter that many people thought was supposed to end California's drought, you've got burning questions. We've got some answers.
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Most fire fighters and paramedics are exposed to potentially traumatic events as a normal part of their jobs. Following certain bad calls, some may have a strong reaction. They replay the event in their minds, have difficulty sleeping or experience strong, upsetting thoughts and feelings.
By talking with others and engaging in self-care, these common stress reactions often subside over time. However, when these symptoms persist or intensify, or there's a delayed stress reaction months or years after an event, the fire fighter or paramedic could be experiencing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), a diagnosable and treatable mental health condition.
Help is possible, but only if fire fighters and paramedics recognize the signs of this condition and talk about them.
Fortunately, the stigma associated with PTSD is fading. The worry about being perceived as "weak" is giving way to a growing concern about untreated PTSD and suicide. Fire fighters and paramedics with PTSD are finally coming out of the shadows, talking about their PTSD experience and getting help.
So, as a fire fighter, paramedic, family member or friend, what can you do?
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Here's the scoop for
SEPTEMBER 2017 ...
- Family Fun Day at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom - October 14th & 15th
- Aquarium of the Pacific - Free Child's ticket!
- Help Protect Your Loved Ones with Accident Insurance
- More Offers and Discounted Tickets
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5th Annual CDF Firefighters Benevolent Foundation Golf Invitational/Wine Tasting Event
CELEBRATE OUR FIREFIGHTERS AND THEIR COMMUNITIES
October 12 - 13, 2017Cache Creek Casino Resort
Yocha Dehe Golf Course
Thursday, October 12, 2017
Registration and Driving Range/ Firehouse Breakfast
09:30 to 11:00 am
Shot Gun Tee Off
& Wine Tasting Tour
11:30 am
Awards Reception/Firehouse Dinner
5:00 pm
Thank You Breakfast
8:00 - 10:00 am
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STAY CONNECTED
 
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